Police join hands to hold back demonstrators outside court in Pretoria, South Africa, June 12, 1964 after eight of the accused in the Rivonia Sabotage trial, including Nelson Mandela and Walter Sisulu, were sentenced to life imprisonment. less

Police join hands to hold back demonstrators outside court in Pretoria, South Africa, June 12, 1964 after eight of the accused in the Rivonia Sabotage trial, including Nelson Mandela and Walter Sisulu, were ... more

African women join in a demonstration in South Africa in 1962, demanding the release of Nelson Mandela, former secretary of the banned African National Congress, who appeared in court on a charge of incitement. The women, together with Winnie Mandela chanted "down with Verwoerd on the steps of the Johannesburg City Hall. less

African women join in a demonstration in South Africa in 1962, demanding the release of Nelson Mandela, former secretary of the banned African National Congress, who appeared in court on a charge of incitement. ... more

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Black South African leader Winnie Mandela, wife of jailed leader Nelson Mandela, raises a clenched fist after appearing at a Johannesburg magistrate's court, Dec. 1986. Mrs. Mandela was held by police in Soweto the previous day for defying an order banning her presence there. less

Black South African leader Winnie Mandela, wife of jailed leader Nelson Mandela, raises a clenched fist after appearing at a Johannesburg magistrate's court, Dec. 1986. Mrs. Mandela was held by police in ... more

Clouds of teargas send students scurrying when police were sent to the University of Witwatersrand Campus in Johannesburg to disperse a gathering May 4, 1987. The police were acting under a last minute court order banning an open air meeting at which Winnie Mandela, wife of Nelson, jailed leader of the ANC, was to address the crowd of about 6000. less

Clouds of teargas send students scurrying when police were sent to the University of Witwatersrand Campus in Johannesburg to disperse a gathering May 4, 1987. The police were acting under a last minute court ... more

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South African President F.W. De Klerk announces the release of Nelson Mandela at a news conference in Cape Town, South Africa in 1990. Mandela, who has spent more than 27 years in prison, will be released Sunday afternoon. less

South African President F.W. De Klerk announces the release of Nelson Mandela at a news conference in Cape Town, South Africa in 1990. Mandela, who has spent more than 27 years in prison, will be released ... more

PAARL, SOUTH AFRICA: South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela (c) and his then-wife Winnie raise their fists 11 February 1990 in Paarl to salute cheering crowd upon Mandela's release from Victor Verster prison. less

PAARL, SOUTH AFRICA: South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela (c) and his then-wife Winnie raise their fists 11 February 1990 in Paarl to salute cheering crowd upon Mandela's release from ... more

A young child sits next to a man receiving medical attention on Sunday, Feb. 11, 1990 in Cape Town, South Africa after he was wounded by police during violent clashes. Clashes broke out while supporters of the ANC gathered in Cape Town's Grand Parade to hear their leader Nelson Mandela speak. less

A young child sits next to a man receiving medical attention on Sunday, Feb. 11, 1990 in Cape Town, South Africa after he was wounded by police during violent clashes. Clashes broke out while supporters of the ... more

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South African National Congress President Nelson Mandela addresses a crowd of residents from the Phola park squatter camp during his tour of townships in 1990.

South African National Congress President Nelson Mandela addresses a crowd of residents from the Phola park squatter camp during his tour of townships in 1990.

Winnie Mandela, front, wife of African National Congress leader Nelson Mandela, back left, arrives at the Rand Supreme Court Thursday, Feb. 14, 1991, where she is charged with kidnapping and assault. Key states witnesses, fearing for their safety, have refused to testify. The case continues. less

Winnie Mandela, front, wife of African National Congress leader Nelson Mandela, back left, arrives at the Rand Supreme Court Thursday, Feb. 14, 1991, where she is charged with kidnapping and assault. Key ... more

On the day that SA Pres FW de Klerk announced the release of Nelson Mandela, right wing extremists called for his death at a rally in Church Square, Pretoria, A crowd of about 2,000 demonstrators marched through the streets of Pretoria calling for the overthrow of the present Nationalists Government on Saturday, Feb. 9, 1990 in South Africa. less

On the day that SA Pres FW de Klerk announced the release of Nelson Mandela, right wing extremists called for his death at a rally in Church Square, Pretoria, A crowd of about 2,000 demonstrators marched ... more

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South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela (r) signs 21 February 1990 an autograph at his Soweto home as his daughter Zinzi and grandchild Bambata are looking on.

South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela (r) signs 21 February 1990 an autograph at his Soweto home as his daughter Zinzi and grandchild Bambata are looking on.

This file photo taken 26 June 1990 shows Nelson Mandela, the former deputy president of the African National Congress as he raises his arms to acknowledge applause from members of the Senate and House of Representatives in Washington,DC. Mandela was the third private citizen in history to address a joint meeting of the US Congress. Standing above Mandela are former House Speaker Thomas Foley (L) and Senate Majority Leader Robert Byrd (R). less

This file photo taken 26 June 1990 shows Nelson Mandela, the former deputy president of the African National Congress as he raises his arms to acknowledge applause from members of the Senate and House of ... more

South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela smiles 22 June 1990 in New York, raising his arms over his head as he receives applause at the United Nations. Mandela urged the U.N. to maintain sanctions against South Africa until apartheid is abolished. less

South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela smiles 22 June 1990 in New York, raising his arms over his head as he receives applause at the United Nations. Mandela urged the U.N. to maintain ... more

South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela (c), together with his then-wife Winnie (l), Walter Sisulu (r), Veteran ANC secretary-general and Robben Island prisoner and Sisulu's wife Albertina (2nd-r), are seated 13 February 1990 on the platform in the middle of Soweto Soccer City stadium, during a rally attended by over 100,000 people, to celebrate Mandela's release from the jail 11 February 1990. less

South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela (c), together with his then-wife Winnie (l), Walter Sisulu (r), Veteran ANC secretary-general and Robben Island prisoner and Sisulu's wife ... more

Zinzi Mandela (l), daughter of South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela, wearing Xhosa traditional outfit, and her father Nelson, smile, 26 October 1992 in Soweto, after Zinzi married Zweli Hlongwane, a black businessman. less

Zinzi Mandela (l), daughter of South African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela, wearing Xhosa traditional outfit, and her father Nelson, smile, 26 October 1992 in Soweto, after Zinzi married ... more

African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela (L) presents a medal for bravery to James April, member of the Umkhonto We Sizwe (armed wing of the ANC) during the 32nd anniversary celebrations of the ANC army in Soweto, South Africa, in December 1993. less

African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela (L) presents a medal for bravery to James April, member of the Umkhonto We Sizwe (armed wing of the ANC) during the 32nd anniversary celebrations of the ... more

South African President Nelson Mandela takes the oath in May 1994 during his inauguration at the Union Building in Pretoria, South Africa. Mandela was elected as the nation's first black president during the first session of the country's post-apartheid parliament 09 May in Cape Town. less

South African President Nelson Mandela takes the oath in May 1994 during his inauguration at the Union Building in Pretoria, South Africa. Mandela was elected as the nation's first black president during the ... more

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African National Congress President Nelson Mandela, in leopard skin, releases a white dove for peace at a rally to commemorate 34th anniversary of the massacre of 69 demonstrators by the police in Sharpville 21 March. Mandela praised Judge Richard Goldstone whose commissioner of inquiry implicated police generals in the gun-running to the Zulu-based Inkatha Freedom Party. less

African National Congress President Nelson Mandela, in leopard skin, releases a white dove for peace at a rally to commemorate 34th anniversary of the massacre of 69 demonstrators by the police in Sharpville 21 ... more

ANC president Nelson Mandela waves a flag bearing the peace symbol, while leading a demonstration to mark South Africa's national day of peace and prayer with calls for individuals to commit themselves to end the violence ravaging the country, outside ANC headquarters in Johannesburg 02 September 1993. less

ANC president Nelson Mandela waves a flag bearing the peace symbol, while leading a demonstration to mark South Africa's national day of peace and prayer with calls for individuals to commit themselves to end ... more

African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela greets supporters behind the fence in a mining town of Randfontein west of Johannesburg 25 November 1993. Mandela tours the area as part of his campaign for the 27 April 1994 election. less

African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela greets supporters behind the fence in a mining town of Randfontein west of Johannesburg 25 November 1993. Mandela tours the area as part of his campaign ... more

South African President Nelson Mandela (R) congratulates his wife Winnie after she has been elected to the National Executive Committee of the African National Congress (ANC) on the last day of its 49th constitutional congress in Bloemfontein, South Africa, 21 December 1994. The Mandela's have been separated since 1992. less

South African President Nelson Mandela (R) congratulates his wife Winnie after she has been elected to the National Executive Committee of the African National Congress (ANC) on the last day of its 49th ... more

Former South African president Nelson Mandela hugs Babalwa Tembani (20), who was infected with the HIV virus after being raped by her uncle at the age of 14, at the Nolungile Clinic at Site C in Khayelitsha, Cape Town 12 December 2002. She is currently on ante-retroviral treatment and is involved in education work in schools and youth centers. Nelson Mandela visited the clinic which is run by Medecins Sans Frontiers and is the first site in South Africa where ante-retro viral treatment is offered for free in public community centres. less

Former South African president Nelson Mandela hugs Babalwa Tembani (20), who was infected with the HIV virus after being raped by her uncle at the age of 14, at the Nolungile Clinic at Site C in Khayelitsha, ... more

Nelson Mandela hugs singer Bono at the "46664 - Give One Minute of Your Life to AIDS" concert at Greenpoint Stadium on November 29, 2003 in Cape Town, South Africa. The concert will benefit the Nelson Mandela Foundation and the fight against AIDS in Africa. less

Nelson Mandela hugs singer Bono at the "46664 - Give One Minute of Your Life to AIDS" concert at Greenpoint Stadium on November 29, 2003 in Cape Town, South Africa. The concert will benefit the Nelson Mandela ... more

South African President Nelson Mandela talks with Prince Charles in Brixton, south London, on the last day of Mandela's four-day state visit to the United Kingdom. Media reports in Britain said Prince Charles' wife, Princess Diana, had accepted divorce terms last week, but that Buckingham Palace wanted to wait until Mandela finished his visit before making an announcement. less

South African President Nelson Mandela talks with Prince Charles in Brixton, south London, on the last day of Mandela's four-day state visit to the United Kingdom. Media reports in Britain said Prince Charles' ... more

South African President Nelson Mandela goes on a walkabout round Trafalgar Square in London on his way to South Africa House, where he made a speech from the balcony to the crowds. Mandela was on the last day of his four-day state visit to the UK. less

South African President Nelson Mandela goes on a walkabout round Trafalgar Square in London on his way to South Africa House, where he made a speech from the balcony to the crowds. Mandela was on the last day ... more

Pope John Paul II and South African President Nelson Mandela talkat the Presidential guest house in Pretoria. The pontiff visited Cameroon, South Africa and Nairobi for the conclusion of the Special Assembly for Africa of the Synod of Bishops. less

Pope John Paul II and South African President Nelson Mandela talkat the Presidential guest house in Pretoria. The pontiff visited Cameroon, South Africa and Nairobi for the conclusion of the Special Assembly ... more

British Prime Minister Gordon Brown applauds ex-South African President Nelson Mandela during a statue unveiling ceremony in Nelson Mandela's honor at Parliament Square on August 29, 2007 in London, England. The statue depicting Nelson Mandela delivering a speech, by sculptor Ian Walters, is nine-feet (2.7-metres) high, made of bronze and faces the Houses of Parliament. less

British Prime Minister Gordon Brown applauds ex-South African President Nelson Mandela during a statue unveiling ceremony in Nelson Mandela's honor at Parliament Square on August 29, 2007 in London, England. ... more

Former South Africa President Nelson Mandela poses with South Africa Rugby Union coach Jake White (L), South Africa Rugby Union captain John Smit (R) and the Webb-Ellis cup during the Springboks visit to Nelson Mandela at his residence on October 27, 2007 in Houghton, Johannesburg, South Africa. South Africa became the current holders of the cup after defeating Former champions England 15-6 in the 2007 Rugby World Cup Final. less

Former South Africa President Nelson Mandela poses with South Africa Rugby Union coach Jake White (L), South Africa Rugby Union captain John Smit (R) and the Webb-Ellis cup during the Springboks visit to Nelson ... more

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Former South African president and Nobel peace prize laureate Nelson Mandela (C) receives his 90th birthday greetings from the South African rugby and football national team on August 04, 2008 at the Nelson Mandela foundation in Johannesburg. less

Former South African president and Nobel peace prize laureate Nelson Mandela (C) receives his 90th birthday greetings from the South African rugby and football national team on August 04, 2008 at the Nelson ... more

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Nelson Mandela and wife Graca Machel onstage during the 46664 Concert In Celebration Of Nelson Mandela's Life after party held at Hyde Park on June 27, 2008 in London, England.

Nelson Mandela and wife Graca Machel onstage during the 46664 Concert In Celebration Of Nelson Mandela's Life after party held at Hyde Park on June 27, 2008 in London, England.

Former South African president and Nobel Peace prize laureate Nelson Mandela(c) pays a surprise visit on August 04, 2008 to the Banakekele Hospice in Kew, Johannesburg. He donated the two birthday cakes he had received earlier in the day from the South African national rugby and football teams. less

Former South African president and Nobel Peace prize laureate Nelson Mandela(c) pays a surprise visit on August 04, 2008 to the Banakekele Hospice in Kew, Johannesburg. He donated the two birthday cakes he had ... more

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Former South African president and Nobel peace prize laureate Nelson Mandela joins guests at his home in Cape Town on August 20, 2008 to celebrate his 90th birthday year. The event has been organized by the Mandela Rhodes Foundation less

Former South African president and Nobel peace prize laureate Nelson Mandela joins guests at his home in Cape Town on August 20, 2008 to celebrate his 90th birthday year. The event has been organized by the ... more

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Former South African president and Nobel peace prize laureate Nelson Mandela (C) arrives at the unveiling of a bronze statue (miniature visible) of himself, as he walked to freedom, after being released from prison in 1990 on August 21, 2008 in Paarl, about 90Kms from Cape Town. The statue is at the entrance of the groot Drakenstein Prison, which used to be the Victor Verster prison, which was where Mandela was last imprisoned, before his release, in 1990. less

Former South African president and Nobel peace prize laureate Nelson Mandela (C) arrives at the unveiling of a bronze statue (miniature visible) of himself, as he walked to freedom, after being released from ... more

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Photo taken 11 February 1990 shows a jubilant Sowetan holding up a newspaper announcing the release of African National Congress (ANC) leader Nelson Mandela, at a mass ANC rally in Soweto. Soweto, South Africa's most famous township and the former home to South Africa's most famous son, Nelson Mandela is to celebrate its centenary this week. less

Photo taken 11 February 1990 shows a jubilant Sowetan holding up a newspaper announcing the release of African National Congress (ANC) leader Nelson Mandela, at a mass ANC rally in Soweto. Soweto, South ... more

CAMBRIDGE, UNITED STATES: South African President Nelson Mandela shows his degree certificate to a large crowd at Harvard University in Boston, MA, after receiving the Honorary degree 18 September. Mandela is on an official visit in North America and will go to the United Nations, New York, Washington and Canada. less

CAMBRIDGE, UNITED STATES: South African President Nelson Mandela shows his degree certificate to a large crowd at Harvard University in Boston, MA, after receiving the Honorary degree 18 September. Mandela is ... more

South African President Nelson Mandela visits 09 April the AL-Qurain House, which was destroyed by Iraqis during their seven month occupation of Kuwait. Mandela began a tour of Gulf countries 08 April to improve his country's trade and cultural links with the region. AFP PHOTO less

South African President Nelson Mandela visits 09 April the AL-Qurain House, which was destroyed by Iraqis during their seven month occupation of Kuwait. Mandela began a tour of Gulf countries 08 April to ... more

African National Congress (ANC) Nelson Mandela shown in a file photo dated 07 March 1994 posing with a young girl at a People's Forum at Sekororo in Lebowa in Northern Transvaal, the heartland of white Afrikanderdom. less

African National Congress (ANC) Nelson Mandela shown in a file photo dated 07 March 1994 posing with a young girl at a People's Forum at Sekororo in Lebowa in Northern Transvaal, the heartland of white ... more

African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela visits a hospitalized victim of a stampede at an election rally which he addressed in Cape Town, South Africa, 17 April 1994. Three people died and 20 were injured in the stampede. less

African National Congress (ANC) President Nelson Mandela visits a hospitalized victim of a stampede at an election rally which he addressed in Cape Town, South Africa, 17 April 1994. Three people died and 20 ... more

African National Congress leader Nelson Mandela makes a point during a celebration ceremony 02 May 1994 at the ANC campaign headquarters after the his party declared victory in the first South Africa's all-race elections. less

African National Congress leader Nelson Mandela makes a point during a celebration ceremony 02 May 1994 at the ANC campaign headquarters after the his party declared victory in the first South Africa's all-race ... more

An aide places a cap the the head of former South African President Nelson Mandela, age 90, to protect him from the sun at a campaign rally April 19, 2009 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mandela made a surprise appearance at the final major election rally for the ruling African National Congress ahead of national elections on Wednesday. The ANC is expected to win by a wide margin but faces its toughest competition from rival parties yet, since it came to power in 1994. less

An aide places a cap the the head of former South African President Nelson Mandela, age 90, to protect him from the sun at a campaign rally April 19, 2009 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mandela made a surprise ... more

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British Prime Minister Tony Blair, left, former South African President Nelson Mandela, center, and former US President Bill Clinton pause during a gala night to mark the centenary of the Rhodes Trust and the establishment of the Mandela Rhodes Foundation, at Westminster Hall, London Wednesday July 2, 2003. less

British Prime Minister Tony Blair, left, former South African President Nelson Mandela, center, and former US President Bill Clinton pause during a gala night to mark the centenary of the Rhodes Trust and the ... more

Nelson Mandela President of the African National Congress (center) talks with Jacob Zuma, right, a ranking Zulu in the ANC before making a speech before some 80,000 ANC supporters at a rugby field on Sunday, Oct. 24, 1993 in Durban, South Africa. Man on left is Jeff Hadebe , the ANC Chief of Southern Natal. less

Nelson Mandela President of the African National Congress (center) talks with Jacob Zuma, right, a ranking Zulu in the ANC before making a speech before some 80,000 ANC supporters at a rugby field on Sunday, ... more

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Cuban President Fidel Castro, right, and African leader Nelson Mandela gesture during the celebration of the "Day of the Revolution" in Matanzas Saturday, July 27, 1991. Cubans celebrate 38th anniversary of the revolution. less

Cuban President Fidel Castro, right, and African leader Nelson Mandela gesture during the celebration of the "Day of the Revolution" in Matanzas Saturday, July 27, 1991. Cubans celebrate 38th anniversary of the ... more

Nelson Mandela and wife Winnie, walking hand in hand, raise clenched fists upon his release from Victor prison, Cape Town, Sunday, February 11, 1990. The African National Congress leader had served over 27 years in detention. less

Nelson Mandela and wife Winnie, walking hand in hand, raise clenched fists upon his release from Victor prison, Cape Town, Sunday, February 11, 1990. The African National Congress leader had served over 27 ... more

Former South Africa's President Nelson Mandela waves, after his arrival for the 6th Annual Mandela Lecture in Soweto, South Africa, Saturday, July 12, 2008. Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, is a guest speaker for the Annual Mandela Lecture as part of Mandela?s 90th birthday celebrations. less

Former South Africa's President Nelson Mandela waves, after his arrival for the 6th Annual Mandela Lecture in Soweto, South Africa, Saturday, July 12, 2008. Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, is a guest ... more

President George Bush greets South African leader Nelson Mandela on the South Lawn of the White House, Monday, June 26, 1990, Washington, DC. Mandela told Bush the support blacks in South Africa have received from the United States, particularly economic sanctions, have been crucial promoting changes in his country. less

President George Bush greets South African leader Nelson Mandela on the South Lawn of the White House, Monday, June 26, 1990, Washington, DC. Mandela told Bush the support blacks in South Africa have received ... more

Nelson Mandela, Deputy President of the African National Congress, acknowledges applause as he stands before a Joint Meeting of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington Tuesday, June 26, 1990. House Speaker Thomas Foley of Washington, left, and Senate President Pro Tempore Robert Byrd of West Virginia applaud from behind. less

Nelson Mandela, Deputy President of the African National Congress, acknowledges applause as he stands before a Joint Meeting of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington Tuesday, June 26, 1990. House Speaker ... more

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South African President Nelson Mandela greets Queen Elizabeth II of Britain upon her official arrival at Cape Town's Waterfront 20 March 1995. The Queen is on celebratory week-long state visit to South Africa.

South African President Nelson Mandela greets Queen Elizabeth II of Britain upon her official arrival at Cape Town's Waterfront 20 March 1995. The Queen is on celebratory week-long state visit to South Africa.

South African State President F W de Klerk, left, and Deputy President of the African National Congress Nelson Mandela, right, at a photocall on Wednesday, May 2, 1990 in Cape Town, South Africa, prior to meeting for talks which will last till Friday. less

South African State President F W de Klerk, left, and Deputy President of the African National Congress Nelson Mandela, right, at a photocall on Wednesday, May 2, 1990 in Cape Town, South Africa, prior to ... more

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South African anti-apartheid leader Nelson Mandela with his wife Winnie at his side, raises his fist as he acknowledges the cheers of thousands at a rock concert Monday, April 16, 1990 at London's Wembley Stadium. less

South African anti-apartheid leader Nelson Mandela with his wife Winnie at his side, raises his fist as he acknowledges the cheers of thousands at a rock concert Monday, April 16, 1990 at London's Wembley ... more

President F.W. de Klerk shakes hands with African National congress President Nelson Mandela at the World Trade Centre near Johannesburg, on Thursday, Nov. 18, 1993. The two leaders met after negotiators finished work on an interim constitution and bill of rights for a post-apartheid South Africa. less

President F.W. de Klerk shakes hands with African National congress President Nelson Mandela at the World Trade Centre near Johannesburg, on Thursday, Nov. 18, 1993. The two leaders met after negotiators ... more

Rev. Jesse Jackson leans over to talk to African National Congress President Nelson Mandela prior to the taping of Jackson?s ?Both Sides? show at CNN studios in Washington Saturday, Sept. 25, 1993. The show will be broadcast 9 p.m. EDT Saturday. less

Rev. Jesse Jackson leans over to talk to African National Congress President Nelson Mandela prior to the taping of Jackson?s ?Both Sides? show at CNN studios in Washington Saturday, Sept. 25, 1993. The show ... more

President Clinton stands with South African President Nelson Mandela during the official arrival ceremony in Cape Town, South Africa, Thursday, March 26, 1998. Proudly becoming the first U.S. head of state to visit this onetime pariah nation, President Clinton Thursday called for a partnership "of mutual respect and mutual reward'' with the new South Africa. less

President Clinton stands with South African President Nelson Mandela during the official arrival ceremony in Cape Town, South Africa, Thursday, March 26, 1998. Proudly becoming the first U.S. head of state to ... more

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South African Deputy President F.W. de Klerk, right, and South African President Nelson Mandela pose with their Nobel Peace Prize Gold Medal and Diploma, in Oslo. For Nobel Peace Prize laureate F.W. De Klerk, football in South Africa has changed as much as the country itself. From growing up in an uppercrust white setting and never considering playing the sport, to the reality of today with every hue of the "rainbow nation" rooting for Bafana Bafana at the World Cup, the former president has witnessed an amazing transformation. "Regardless of race, culture, language or economic background, we shall all be cheering for Bafana Bafana," the 74-year-old De Klerk wrote in an e-mail exchange with The Associated Press. less

South African Deputy President F.W. de Klerk, right, and South African President Nelson Mandela pose with their Nobel Peace Prize Gold Medal and Diploma, in Oslo. For Nobel Peace Prize laureate F.W. De Klerk, ... more

Tibetan leader the Dalai Lama, left, meets with President Nelson Mandela, right, in Cape Town South Africa. South Africa said Monday, March 23, 2009, it wanted to avoid being the source of bad publicity about trading partner China, and ended up itself the target of sharp criticism for barring the Dalai Lama from a peace conference in Johannesburg later this week. less

Tibetan leader the Dalai Lama, left, meets with President Nelson Mandela, right, in Cape Town South Africa. South Africa said Monday, March 23, 2009, it wanted to avoid being the source of bad publicity about ... more

Former South African President Nelson Mandela, right, reacts with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, left, during the launch of a Walter and Albertina Sisulu exhibition, called, 'Parenting a Nation', at the Nelson Mandela Foundation in Johannesburg, South Africa, Wednesday, March 12, 2008. less

Former South African President Nelson Mandela, right, reacts with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, left, during the launch of a Walter and Albertina Sisulu exhibition, called, 'Parenting a Nation', at the Nelson ... more

In this Oct. 6, 2007 file photo, former South African President Nelson Mandela reacts as German Chancellor Angela Merkel, left, waves farewell after a meeting at the Nelson Mandela Foundation building in Johannesburg, South Africa. Former South African President Nelson Mandela has been hospitalized with a stomach ailment, according to a government statement issued Saturday Feb. 25, 2012 about the 93-year-old anti-apartheid icon. less

In this Oct. 6, 2007 file photo, former South African President Nelson Mandela reacts as German Chancellor Angela Merkel, left, waves farewell after a meeting at the Nelson Mandela Foundation building in ... more

French President Nicolas Sarkozy, left, welcomes former South African president Nelson Mandela, right, upon his arrival, at Paris Orly airport, Monday, Sept. 3, 2007. Mandela is on a three-day visit to Paris.

French President Nicolas Sarkozy, left, welcomes former South African president Nelson Mandela, right, upon his arrival, at Paris Orly airport, Monday, Sept. 3, 2007. Mandela is on a three-day visit to Paris.

South African President Nelson Mandela, left, and American pop singer Michael Jackson arrive at a news conference in Cape Town Tuesday, March 23, 1999. Jackson announced dates for two concerts in June of which profits will go to various funds including the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund. less

South African President Nelson Mandela, left, and American pop singer Michael Jackson arrive at a news conference in Cape Town Tuesday, March 23, 1999. Jackson announced dates for two concerts in June of which ... more

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Former South African President Nelson Mandela, right, with former U.S. President Bill Clinton, left, during the Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture in honor of Mandela who turned 87 Monday in Johannesburg, South Africa, Tuesday, July 19, 2005. less

Former South African President Nelson Mandela, right, with former U.S. President Bill Clinton, left, during the Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture in honor of Mandela who turned 87 Monday in Johannesburg, South ... more

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Nelson Mandela speaks on stage at the "46664 Arctic" concert, at Fyllingen on June 11, 2005 in Tromso, Norway. The fourth concert aims to raise awareness of and funds for the global HIV/AIDS pandemic, as well as funds for South Africa with proceeds going to the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Produced by Robbie Williams, it follows 3 previous concerts held in Cape Town, George and Madrid, and Mandela is expected to make a personal plea to leaders of the G8 summit in his address. less

Nelson Mandela speaks on stage at the "46664 Arctic" concert, at Fyllingen on June 11, 2005 in Tromso, Norway. The fourth concert aims to raise awareness of and funds for the global HIV/AIDS pandemic, as well ... more

Nelson Mandela raises a glass during a lunch to Benefit the Mandela Children's Foundation as part of the celebrations of the opening of the new One&Only Cape Town resort on April 3, 2009 in Cape Town, South Africa. The One&Only is Sol Kerzner's first hotel in his home country since 1992. The 130 room property is One&Only's first Urban resort and sits in the fashionable Waterfront district. Celebrities from all over the world including Mariah Carey, Clint Eastwood, Matt Damon, Morgan Freeman, Thandie Newton, Marisa Tomei will attend the event. Gordon Ramsay will be launching his first restaurant in Africa at the resort, Maze and Robert De Niro will be opening Nobu. Nelson Mandela will be attending an intimate luncheon at Maze on Friday to celebrate his long-standing relationship with Mr. Kerzner. less

Nelson Mandela raises a glass during a lunch to Benefit the Mandela Children's Foundation as part of the celebrations of the opening of the new One&Only Cape Town resort on April 3, 2009 in Cape Town, South ... more

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Former South African President Nelson Mandela reacts at the Mandela foundation, in Johannesburg, South Africa, Tuesday June 2, 2009, during a meeting with a group of American and South African students as part of a series of activities leading to Mandela Day on July 18th. less

Former South African President Nelson Mandela reacts at the Mandela foundation, in Johannesburg, South Africa, Tuesday June 2, 2009, during a meeting with a group of American and South African students as ... more

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Former South Africa President Nelson Mandela and wife Graca Machel wave to the crowds prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, 2010 in Johannesburg, South Africa. less

Former South Africa President Nelson Mandela and wife Graca Machel wave to the crowds prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Final match between Netherlands and Spain at Soccer City Stadium on July 11, ... more